Ontario Premier Doug Ford held talks with U.S. Secretary of Commerce Howard Lutnick as tensions rise over an escalating trade war sparked by President Donald Trumpās tariff threats on Canadian imports.
The meeting comes as Canada pushes for relief from U.S. trade restrictions, which have strained economic ties between the two countries. Ford emphasized the importance of protecting Ontarioās industries and workers, while Lutnick defended Trumpās āAmerica Firstā trade policies. Negotiations are expected to continue as both sides seekĀ aĀ resolution.
